About

Lillie Marlene was built in 1941. The name was chosen as a reflection of your hostess Marlene’s German heritage. The song, popular during World War I and World War II, was also the inspiration for her first name—Lillie was already taken by her maternal grandmother. The sheet music for the song can be found on the antique pump organ in the living room. The lamplight at the curb was a “must” for a property named Lillie Marlene.

Only three blocks from Main Street, Lillie Marlene is a perfect place to explore Fredericksburg and the Texas Hill Country. Lillie Marlene is truly an endeavor of the heart fill with warm previous memories of family, good times, and in the German and Czech tradition, good food!

At Lillie Marlene, Pat and Marlene make a conscious effort to accommodate and make comfortable guests that suffer from allergies and sensitivities to certain allergens. They do not allow pets or smoking. They do not use any chlorine-based cleaners or cleaners that contain pine oil. They use only unscented laundry products. You will not find feathers or goose down and the bed pillows are synthetic filled. The bed linen is dried in the sunshine, as long as it is not pollen season. Lillie Marlene is equipped with an electrostatic filter on the AC/CH system.

The living room has an elegant, yet comfortable, sofa placed to enjoy the Flat Screen TV, DVD player, and electric fireplace. The furnishings are a mix of family heirlooms, antique shop treasures and pieces gathered from friends and family. The antique pump organ belonged to Marlene’s grandfather who was an avid musician performing with a number of early Czech bands and orchestras in Texas. The antique Singer sewing machine belonged to Pat’s grandmother. Soft green, pastels and pristine white woodwork provide a calming environment reminiscent of an earlier time. The tall ornate hutch houses a number of books for your enjoyment.

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The fully equipped kitchen is decorated in the original soft gray color discovered during the restoration. Pure white compliments the gray. The focal point of the kitchen is the antique replica “Country Charm” cook stove which is electric and fully functional. A table for two is set with seasonal dishes and flowers and where you will find a welcome treat.

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The bedroom has an antique wood headboard queen-size bed. A seasonal keepsake showcases on the white bedcovering. Antique quilts are found in the closet for chilly nights as well as fluffy soft robes. Soft peach walls enhance the Victorian pattern carpet.

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The bath has a tub/shower and pedestal sink. Guests will find little extras such as bath salts, beads and lotion—intended to make your stay as comfortable and pleasant as possible.

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The private rear garden features a wonderful, secluded outdoor shower. Surrounded by seasonal blooms and rosemary, it is the perfect end to a day of wine tasting, shopping or sightseeing. After your shower, enjoy a beverage while gazing at the garden seated on vintage garden furnishings wrapped in a fluffy robe. Paradise!